Excuse Quote by John Steinbeck
“Write freely and as rapidly as possible and throw the whole thing on paper. Never correct or rewrite until the whole thing is down. Rewrite in process is usually found to be an excuse for not going on.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Art of Writing, 1965
Encourages unfiltered, continuous writing to capture raw ideas, warning that early editing can stall creativity.
In simple terms: Write nonstop, edit later.
Key Takeaway
Write freely, edit later.
Themes
creativity
process
productivity
discipline
flow
Mood
energetic
inspirational
Type
creative
motivational
When to use this quote
- journal writing
- novel drafting
- screenwriting
- brainstorming sessions
- workshop exercises
Key Concepts
freewriting
drafting
creative block
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you edit while drafting?
- What stops you from writing continuously?
A Different Perspective
Editing too early may trap you in perfectionism.
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